1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
